At this year’s CES, Western Digital have updated their previous My Passport Wireless Pro lineup of portable external storage devices to new SSD-equipped models. While WD My Passport Wireless SSD might be a slightly tongue-twisting name, the product itself seems to be very capable!
Update: A representative from Western Digital has contacted us in order to clarify the performance of the built-in SD card reader. It is indeed capable of USB 3.0 speed, not USB 2.0. I’ve updated the article accordingly. However, the additional USB port for connecting external card readers is still USB 2.0.
SSD is becoming mainstream in both ways: capacity and pricepoint. While conventional HDDs are still around of course, their more rugged and more lightweight solid state counterparts are becoming more and more affordable while continuously gaining capacity.
WD My Passport Wireless SSD
If you’re a on-the-go shooter, a fast SSD is a good companion for offloading your valuable footage in the field. If that SSD happen to be a My Passport Wireless SSD you get some extra value in a compact package:
250GB – 2TB Storage Capacity / durable, shock-resistant SSD
SD Card Slot (USB 3.0) with one-touch copy button
USB 2.0 port for external card readers
Built-In 802.11ac Wi-Fi Connectivity
Up to 10 Hour Battery Life, can be used as a powerbank
Up to 1.5A Power Output
USB 3.0 interface (for PC / Mac connection)
Wirelessly stream 4K videos and view photos
Watch the short introduction video below for a quick rundown of features:
This SSD is quite similar to the kickstarter-fueled GNARBOX (read the article here). The capacity of the My Passport Wireless SSD is much bigger, though: 250GB, 500GB, 1TB and 2TB models are available. Plus, this SSD doubles as a 6,700 mAh powerbank, which is pretty neat!
After importing your files via the built-in SD card reader (other types can be hooked up via USB), you can use the free WD My Cloud app (iOS | android) to review your footage and even preview raw photos on your smartphone or tablet. A list of supported raw formats can be found here. No need to schlepp your laptop around anymore.
3rd Party Software
So far, the My Passport Wireless SSD is good for backing up and reviewing your footage but with certain 3rd party apps it really shows its full potential: If you happen to be a FiLMiC Pro (iOS | android) user, you now can connect your smartphone to the WD SSD to write footage directly to the drive as you film so you save space on your phone.
Also, the iOS-only app LumaFusion (App Store) can interact with the My Passport Wireless SSD directly. That way, you can use the iOS-based multi-track editing and grading suite for creating your film while in the field and without a laptop.
Specification and Pricing
The WD My Passport Wireless SSD is available in four storage sizes and therefore the same amount of different prices applies:
250GB for $229.99
500GB for $299.99
1TB for $499.99
2TB for $799.99
All models are on pre-order right now, shipping is estimated to start on February 15th.
It measures 135 x 135 mm (5.31″ x 5.31″) and weighs about 0.44 kg (0.97 lb). The size of the unit is not exactly super small but it’s still portable enough to be tucked away into your backpack easily.
links: Western Digital | FiLMiC Pro | LumaTouch
What do you think? Is this something you would use in the field? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

The Teradek Serv Pro can provide a wireless video feed for those in your crew using iOS devices, but is it really as useful as it sounds? Stewart Addison takes a look.
The Teradek Serv Pro – the first device of its kind – allows you to stream a HDMI/3G-SDI 1080p video feed over Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) to ten different iOS devices via the Teradek VUER app (not available on Android). I got to play with one for a few hours and, while I ultimately appreciate the vast number of features Teradek has included with the Serv Pro, I also have some reservations about its actual usability on set.
The Teradek Serv Pro
As with everything Teradek, the build quality is very good. With blue anodized aluminium that feels super-sturdy, this is the best-built Teradek body I’ve come across. It feels really solid. The ports on the back allow you to stream your camera outputs – HDMI, 3G-SDI at 1080p over a Wi-Fi connection or LAN if you don’t want to work wirelessly – and it uses a regular 2-pin Lemo connector for power. The Teradek Serv Pro didn’t get as hot as other Teradek products I’ve used, only becoming somewhat warm after the few hours.
Operation
The Teradek Serv Pro has two operational modes: if you’re in the studio and have your own Wi-Fi network, you could connect to it and everything would be on the same network. If you’re out on location, the Teradek Serv Pro can create its own Wi-Fi access point for all of the iOS devices to connect to. Obviously, it doesn’t provide an internet connection, just a Wi-Fi network.
Connection
The Serv Pro facilitates ten iOS connections, but for this review I was only able to test it with two, my iPad Pro and iPhone 7 Plus. Finding out how many devices are connected is as easy as scrolling through with the small button next to the screen. You can’t connect Android devices, PC or Mac computers, or browsers to the Serv Pro feed, which feels a bit limiting in 2017. More details on that later.
The tools and options in the Teradek Serv Pro VUER app, however, are comprehensive. You can apply looks, focus assist, peaking, false colour, vectors, scopes, waveform monitor, histogram and frame guides to your image. You can also grab stills and magnify specific areas on the image, the latter of which is helpful to anyone viewing on a small iPhone screen.
Moreover, the VUER app also allows you to easily view up to four devices or feeds simultaneously. I wasn’t able to test this feature out as I only had one Serv Pro to connect to my camera, but navigating through the options was very easy.
The Wi-Fi technology used in the Serv Pro is 2.4/5 GHz which should offer good range, but when I was testing my demo Serv Pro the image started to become laggy and degrade at around 50 feet, and I totally lost my connection to a “Loading” screen a couple of times. Naturally, the connection was stronger when I had a line of sight to the camera, but having problems at 50 feet certainly wasn’t encouraging, especially when compared to the distance and feed you get out of the more robust Teradek Bolt Pro. Hopefully the performance will improve with a future firmware update, as mine was a brand-new pre-release version of the product. UPDATE: Please see the bottom of this article for my more recent experience with the product.
Cost
The Serv Pro will set you back around $1,800. It’s not insignificant, especially for multi-cam shoots that would require an additional Serv Pro for each camera. However, being able to connect ten devices to one feed does cut down the cost of extra monitors on set. In single-camera environments, the Serv Pro pays for itself pretty quickly.
Let’s Get Back to the iOS Thing
If the USP of the Serv Pro is to connect many accessible devices to one Wi-Fi feed, why then limit the kinds of devices that can be used? Yes, modern iPads and iPhones have excellent image quality with wide colour gamut displays that are both consistent and accurate, but if you want to use the Serv Pro, you now have to make sure you have access to enough iOS devices to make the Serv Pro cost effective to buy or rent. Adding support for Android devices would be the obvious win here, but I have no idea if that will be a future feature.
Everybody having their own iPhones on set isn’t going to be sufficient. I could barely see my iPad Pro image out in the sun as the Apple screens are very glossy and reflective, and that’s not going to get any better on different and smaller iOS devices. Neither is battery life, meaning you will eventually have to tether these devices to an AC charging outlet on full 12-hour shoot days and, as we know, getting your iPhone through a full day without running out of battery isn’t easy with even moderate use. If you then factor in running live video streaming on full brightness, managing iOS devices and battery levels will become an additional challenge.
Also, once the iOS device is connected to the Serv Pro’s Wi-Fi, you will no longer have an internet connection (See the bottom of the post for the latest on this). The additional battery consumption and a lack of access to regular email or iMessage data will no doubt put off many of the people who will want access to the video feed from wanting to use their own iOS devices. Just try telling a client, producer, or executive that they can’t check their email on set once connected to the Serv Pro’s Wi-Fi. In other words, unless you have extra iPads hanging around, you’re probably going to have to rent or buy additional dedicated iOS devices to get the most out of this already costly investment.
Not to pile on here, but these devices are typically banned on a lot of film sets. Almost all of the sets I work on have a zero-tolerance policy on using phones on set due to social media leaks and unauthorized behind-the-scenes. Having to manage a set where some devices are OK but others aren’t could be tricky, and is it even worth the overhead to get a few more iPads in on the action? I’m not sure. It will suit smaller indie productions more, where crew already have access to their own iPads and can use them instead of buying/renting production and director’s monitors. Powering them for 12 hours on full brightness could still be an issue, though.
Conclusion
The Serv Pro sounds very useful in theory, but I worry about the cost/benefit of actually using it on set. For single-camera and indie productions with access to some sort of charging station, the Serv Pro is a great way to give everyone a look-in at the action. In other situations, though, the Teradek Serv Pro looks like it could possibly complicate more things than it streamlines.
Pros:
10 iOS device Wi-Fi + LAN (2.4/5 GHz) 1080p Streaming
2-Frame delay (within Wi-Fi range)
HDMI / 3G-SDI over Wi-Fi + Ethernet
Solid build quality
iOS devices have great image accuracy, with wide Colour Gamut and accurate, consistent displays
Ideal for single-camera shoots
Theoretically provides cheaper monitoring of the HDMI-3G-SDI video feed
Cons:
iOS exclusivity is a clear limitation
iPhones and iPads aren’t the most practical monitors
iOS devices when used heavily can bring battery woes
Fairly expensive
Signal degrades and lags with shorter-than-expected distances (with current firmware)
Serv Pro Update
I went out to a completely different location (nearby field) with the Serv Pro for a second bout of testing and I had a much-improved experience. The wireless range was greatly improved (to about 250 feet) and the connection was strong throughout. I’m not sure what caused my laggy first experience, but I had no issues the second time around. In fact, I tried the device with a larger third-party antenna and found the included ServPro antenna matched its performance quite nicely.
I would also like to issue a correction: using the ServPro over WiFi will not hinder the cellular connection, so you can use the VUER app and receive calls/LTE data without any issue.
Also, here are some points provided by Teradek on the Serv Pro:
We are planning on porting VUER to Android and desktops in the future, but we do not have an ETA just yet. With regard to security of these wireless streams, we offer in-app encryption that only allows those with the stream password to access the live video footage. We will be introducing watermarks in the near future as well. Finally, regarding wireless performance, just like our Bolt products, users need to keep interference in mind when operating the device. Utilizing a wireless access point with Serv Pro greatly enhances range and performance, while also making it easier to switch wireless channels and bands (2.4/5) to avoid interference from other systems.
What do you think? Could the Teradek Serv Pro be a powerful tool or more of a headache in your kind of productions? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

New York-based video platform Vimeo has acquired Livestream, a well-known hub for hosting and managing live video feeds. The resulting offspring is called Vimeo Live. What does this mean for our fast-paced, content-driven industry? Let’s have a look.
Vimeo Live – Stream Your Event Straight to Vimeo
In a world of growing demand for fresh content, this latest business move by Vimeo seems to be a smart one. The acquisition of Livestream and the resulting launch of Vimeo Live enables users to live-stream their favorite events in full HD (1080p) straight to Vimeo. After the broadcast concludes, it is saved and published as a regular video to your collection. If your original video feed was 4K, that resolution will be applied, even if the livestream is limited to 1080p. The necessary transcoding (4K to 1080p) is applied in the cloud, but you can also use your own encoder of choice if you like.
All the tested and trusted Vimeo tools are there, too. You can customize your player, embed it and view real time stats. A live chat feature is also available. All this comes at a price, though. Vimeo Live is available as an upgrade from the Pro and Business tiers. A basic (free) membership or a Plus one won’t do it.
Vimeo PRO Live is a whooping $75 per month ($20/month without the Live feature). This includes 5 hours of live streaming per month. If you want more, you’ll need to purchase a BUSINESS Live subscription for $300 per month, which includes unlimited streaming hours but limits individual events to a maximum of 5 hours. For a complete list of features, check out the Vimeo Live website.
What About Vimeo on-demand?
Before the launch of Vimeo Live, the company had another milestone in mind: video on-demand . As it turns out, that never happened, but I think this acquisition is a far better idea than the former plans. With industry giants like Netflix or Amazon Prime, the competition would be just overwhelming.
But there’s more to it. Vimeo has always been eager to see itself as a high-quality video platform with creators in mind – filmmakers, creative professionals and hobbyists alike, but always with a focus on meaningful, artistic and visually stunning content. YouTube, on the other hand, was more of a general purpose hub for all kinds of moving images. In terms of quality, Vimeo was top-notch.
Well, times are changing. While all the above stays true for Vimeo, the ratio between beautifully-shot mini documentaries and cat-video compilations on YouTube has diminished drastically. More and more quality-content YouTube channels are being established while Vimeo seems to struggle a bit with delivering satisfying tools and features. The reach of new videos uploaded to YouTube is far superior – one of the reasons why we at cinema5D moved all our new videos over to YouTube.
Also, there is one other thing worth mentioning: YouTube is free to use when it comes to video uploading or live streaming (at least in terms of money – the value of your personal data is a whole topic on its own). The same goes for Facebook’s set of live-streaming tools. Vimeo’s path is a different one, as they will charge you good money if you want to make use of all the features and if you need a big storage capacity. The killer-feature here: it’s ad-free.
YouTube and Vimeo obviously have completely different business models. It’s up to you to decide which one better fits your needs.
Link: Vimeo Live website
Are you a Vimeo content creator? A YouTube star? What is your opinion on this business move by Vimeo? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Danish start-up Veo have developed a 180° camera for shooting football matches that does away with the need for a camera op.
This idea for Veo from the Copenhagen-based start-up of the same name combines a number of available technologies to provide football clubs with a solution to record all their football matches and practice sessions without the need to hire a camera operator.
The first of these technologies is immersive video. Veo is comprised of two 4K cameras positioned inside a housing in such a way as to provide a 180-degree panoramic view of the whole playing field.
Ceo then uses AI to track the players and the trajectory of the ball. It can pan, tilt and zoom around the native 4K image, automatically tracking the action as it unfolds while still maintaining an adequate image quality.
Veo can record and stream, making it an ideal solution for sports clubs looking to improve their online presence and reach more fans, all while reducing costs. In addition, Veo’s interactive video player with drag and zoom allows the viewer to look around the match and create individual selection of highlights to achieve multiple edits with different angles from a single capture.
Unlike other “robot cams” in the market that make use of motors to pan and tilt to follow a single subject wearing an electronic tag, the method behind Veo is completely software-based, undoubtedly making it lighter and less expensive.
The SOLOSHOT3 Pro requires the subject wears a tag.
There isn’t much information on the company’s website yet, but this TechCrunch article reports that Veo will follow a subscription-based system. £999 will get you an annual subscription, with more features – such as logo embeds – becoming available with higher tiers.
According to their website, Veo will be launching soon, but you can sign up for early access HERE.
This is a very interesting concept that will likely interest a large number of sports clubs in leagues both big and small. Even though not much is known about Veo’s technical details yet, this video on Veo’s YouTube channel shows that it makes use of a pair of GoPros. With the current boom in 360 cameras and technology, such as the FreeCapture feature in the new Insta360 ONE, I wouldn’t be surprised if we see more of this functionality become available in other products – possibly even without the need for a subscription.
Are you a sports event shooter? Do you think Veo could threaten your day-to-day work? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!

Sound Devices have recently announced two new MixPre audio recorders. The MixPre-3 and MixPre-6 are targeted at podcast producers and YouTubers, but with the quality we have come to expect from a world-class company that’s become an industry standard.
When it comes to audio recorders, most Field Sound Recordists would swear on Sound Devices. They are robust, reliable and have the inputs and pre-amps to create world-class sound. Now, the company have launched a new product line, the MixPre Series of audio recorders with integrated USB audio interface. The MixPre-3 & MixPre-6 audio recorders with USB audio streaming is “perfect for musicians, podcasters, videographers and YouTubers”.
Design and Audio Inputs
The MixPre is a lightweight audio recorder made out of die-cast aluminium, and features Sound Device’s newly developed “Kashmir” pre-amps. Simply put, the difference between the two models is the amount of audio inputs. The MixPre-3 features three full-sized balanced XLR mic/line audio inputs, while the MixPre-6 features four balanced XLR/TRS combo jacks to connect microphones or line-level devices. Both have a 3.5mm auxiliary input that can be used for “plug-in power mics, 2-channel line-in audio, camera return, or timecode”.
USB for Podcasters
With the MixPre line, Sound Devices are targeting the Podcast/YouTube market. You will be able to stream the inputs over a USB connection into a computer for use in a podcast. The mixers will also feature the standard USB A connection, as well as the more future-proof USB C.
Perfect camera companion
Not only is the MixPre the perfect size to sit on your desk while you are recording a podcast, it is also designed for videographers. It includes features such as HDMI Record triggering, timecode, and a retractable 1/4-inch mounting screw, which allows it to be mounted under a DSLR camera.
Power
The USB slot also doubles as a powering option from a computer or even a battery-pack. The MixPre Series comes standard with a AA or Li-Ion battery sled.
Basic and Advanced Settings
If you are not a sound whiz, then Sound Devices may be able to help you out, as both MixPre recorders come with Basic and Advanced modes. The Basic mode simplifies audio recording and allows users to record noise and distortion-free audio right out of the box. The Advanced mode offers access to multi-channel recording and advanced settings, such as “metering, routing, timecode, preamp gain, stereo channel linking, headphone presets and more”.
Built-In Bluetooth and the App to Save a Soundie’s Life
Here is a feature that will get the attention of soundies out there. The MixPre series come standard with Bluetooth connection. Sound Devices recently developed an app called Wingman, which connects your iOS device to the MixPre via Bluetooth, allowing you to not only adjust the recording controls, but also rename files, and enter and edit metadata.
Features in a Nutshell
Ultra-compact and durable – the MixPre Series will fit any production environment. The MixPre’s small stature allows you to wear it, or drop it into your pocket or a tech bag. Constructed with a die-cast aluminum chassis, the MixPre Series is both lightweight and incredibly robust.
Responsive, capacitive touch screen – it offers incredibly simple and intuitive operation, and a bright, IPS technology, sunlight-readable color LCD for the ultimate in convenient navigation.
Full-featured mixer – equipped with ergonomic gain control knobs for fast and accurate mixing. Other key features include pan and soloing plus easy-to-see ring LED metering per channel. Also includes a 3.5mm jack for headphone monitoring with user-programmable presets from a custom-designed powerful, wide-bandwidth headphone amp.
Built-in Bluetooth Smart® technology – allows for easy connection, control and metering via iOS devices from the Sound Devices free Wingman app.
Intuitive operation – with user-friendly navigation featuring Basic and Advanced modes. Basic mode allows users to record noise and distortion-free audio right out of the box – intended for stereo recording applications. The Advanced mode offers more experienced audio users access to multi-channel recording and advanced settings such as ISO metering, routing, timecode, mic pre gain, stereo and Mid/Side channel linking, headphone presets and more.
Perfect camera companion – offering HDMI Record triggering, timecode, and retractable 1/4-inch-20-thread mounting screw.
Flexible powering – for the ultimate in portability and convenience, the MixPre’s can be powered from AA batteries, Li-Ion batteries, a laptop’s USB-C or USB-A connectors, or AC wall outlet.
Availability
The MixPre Series is available for pre-order now, with the MixPre-3 going for $649 and the MixPre-6 for $899. The MixPre line from Sound Devices is anticipated to ship by 5th May 2017.

Blackmagic Design have updated their range of broadcast products, overhauling the studio and live production line to a friendlier and more compatible setup, including the new Blackmagic Studio Cameras in HD and 4K.
Blackmagic Design’s live-switching hardware is a staple in mid-range and broadcast standard applications, but the first generation Television Studio had a number of shortfalls including only 6 channels of switchable HDMI/SDI inputs, no analogue audio inputs, and limited program outputs. A number of years since the first product release, we now have a new, smaller and feature-packed vision switcher.
The new ATEM Television Studio HD has 8 video inputs, with a physical button control interface. There are 4 HDMI and 4 3G-SDI inputs for connecting both consumer camcorders or DSLRs as well as video cameras or playback devices with an SDI output. It’s compatible with formats up to 1080i and 1080/60p, with re-sync.
Analogue audio inputs via XLR have also been included, which is a great step forward from the previous EBU (SDI) audio input, which results in direct connection from audio mixers.
Now, vision mixers and producers have more inputs and outputs, a hardware-based control interface and a bunch of other live production features built into a tiny device that is also low cost. It certainly overshadows the Netwek Tricaster Mini, both in features and specs.
Here is a breakdown of the new Blackmagic ATEM Television Studio HD features:
8 video inputs (4 x 3G-SDI/4 x HDMI)
Stereo XLR audio input
Accepts formats up to 1080i and 1080/60p
New button control interface and preview screen
1 multiview output
1 program output
1 AUX output
4 x clean feed SDI outputs
Ethernet control via Blackmagic Design Studio software or hardware switcher.
Internal DVE, 1 upstream keyer, 2 downstream keyers.
The new ATEM Television Studio HD retails for $945 and is available for pre-order now:
US: LINK
EU: LINK
Blackmagic Web Presenter
With a surge in popularity for web streaming, Blackmagic has also introduced the Blackmagic Web Presenter, a video to USB interface that accepts formats up to 2160/60p via 12G-SDI or HDMI, downconverting to 720p ready to be streamed like any webcam onto platforms like YouTube, Facebook Live and Twitch through commonly-used streaming software like OBS or XSplit.
It also features an HDMI loop output for monitoring or sending the program output to a recording device, as well as analogue audio inputs via stereo phono and balanced XLR, ideal for musicians, audio mixing desks or directly connecting microphones.
Laptops and computers will recognize the Blackmagic Web Presenter as a standard webcam device, allowing content creators or streamers to use professional cameras without standards conversion, in a web-friendly way. What is interesting about Web Presenter is that it overlaps with other Blackmagic capture card/video interfaces like the Intensity Shuttle, but with a lean towards pro users. In the current Intensity Shuttle, no format or data rate conversion takes place meaning the input video signal has a very large bandwidth, and requires heavy encoding before streaming. The Web Presenter appears to handle this conversion and encoding in the device, meaning less powerful computers or laptops can handle the video data stream.
The new Blackmagic Web Presenter retails for $470 and is available for pre-order now:
US: LINK
EU: LINK
Updated Blackmagic Studio Cameras
The updated Blackmagic Studio Camera HD and Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K have had the internal battery removed, which significantly reduces the retail price by up to $800 in the 4K model. The reason for this is that most customers were using the plug-in AC power (typical for longer shooting times), as well as the logistical problems faced when transporting the cameras in planes.
Both the Studio Camera HD and 4K models have the same features including Micro 4/3 sensor with 13 stops of dynamic range, SDI input/output, tally, talkback, remote camera control, just with no internal battery.
The updated Studio Camera’s are expected to be available in mid February, with their new retail prices in the links below.
The updated Blackmagic Studio Cameras 4K retail for $1495 and is available for pre-order now:
US: LINK
EU: LINK
Last but not least, Blackmagic HyperDeck Studio Mini
The new HyperDeck Studio Mini moves away from SSD playback and recording to SD card-based media, making the device inherently cheaper. It’s also smaller, and can accept formats up to 2160/60p via 1 x 6G-SDI.
Like previous models, the device can be connected to Blackmagic switchers to act as both a playback device for video files, as well as graphics playback in ProRes 4444 format with an alpha channel, or as a recording device either for ISO camera feeds or a program output in 10-bit YUV or 10-bit RGB ProRes and DNx formats.
This is certainly a major overhaul of previously successful technologies, advancing on the first generation of studio and live production hardware, that new and existing users will be happy to see. Reduced pricing and thoroughly considered new features make the hardware more usable in existing setups, too.
All of the new Blackmagic studio cameras and production hardware are expected to be available at the end of February, with pricing below. What do you think of the new Blackmagic products? Do they have the features you are looking for in studio or live production hardware?

As of yesterday, Youtube has started to support HDR video. It is a step forward in implementing new technologies to web streamed videos, although at the moment only a handful of devices can really enjoy this new exciting feature. However, more supported TVs and displays are coming soon.
“The World in HDR” from Jacob + Katie Schwarz (Youtube)
YouTube seems to be always making first steps towards new technologies. We have seen this in the past with 4K video, live streaming, 360-degree video and many more features. This time, they bring HDR support to their video streaming service.
HDR stands for “High Dynamic Range”. To simplify, HDR videos have higher contrast and clarity, revealing more detail in the shadows and highlights. Also, support for wide color gamut has been implemented, meaning that colours are more vibrant. For a closer look at “What HDR video is”, please head to a previously published video we made last year.
Simulated HDR vs SDR comparison (truly visible only on HDR displays)
Youtube HDR video compatible devices
You can now watch YouTube videos in HDR on supported devices, such as HDR TVs with Google’s new Chromecast Ultra, Sony PlayStation 4 Pro Gaming Console and soon on all Samsung SUHD and UHD TVs 2016 models as well. If you’re using a device that doesn’t yet support HDR, videos will play in standard dynamic range. As more HDR devices become available, YouTube will work with partners to enable streaming of the HDR versions.
If you want to watch some YouTube HDR video content today, you can check the following YouTube channels:
MysteryGuitarManJacob + Katie SchwarzAbandon Visuals
YouTube have worked together with these creators to bring HDR content in time for the HDR support launch.
Starting today, any creator can upload HDR videos to YouTube. You can learn more about uploading HDR videos here. It is worth mentioning that YouTube team worked together with the DaVinci Resolve team to make uploading HDR content just as simple as SDR videos. They’ve also outfitted the YouTube Spaces in LA and NYC with all the gear needed to produce high quality HDR content.
Ed Khoma from Abandon Visuals responded to our request to highlight the new YouTube HDR support and here is what he had to say:
HDR implementation is revolutionary to our industry and we believe that it is the next evolution of content streaming. It gives content creators the power to show their viewers a new visual experience by expanding the range of color and data that was once sacrificed. We are honored to be a part of the launch for Youtube’s HDR support and are excited for a future with HDR-capable monitors and online streaming.”
You can watch Ed Khoma and Jonny Mass’s HDR short film on YouTube here:
Do you already have an HDR supported device? What do you think of the quality of HDR that YouTube streams? Let us know!